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IL1 Gwinnett Stripers

Statement From Minor League Baseball Concerning Richmond Territory

May 15, 2008 - International League (IL1)
Gwinnett Stripers News Release


Earlier this week, Minor League Baseball executives met with representatives from the City of Richmond, the Richmond Metropolitan Authority and county officials from Chesterfield, Hanover and Henrico. We appreciated the opportunity to talk with the political leadership of the Richmond region.

With the anticipated relocation of the Richmond Braves to Gwinnett County, Georgia, it was important to begin a preliminary dialogue with the leadership of the region so that an appropriate succession plan would be in place when the Braves and the International League relinquish the territory.

We felt it was a productive preliminary session for our organization and were encouraged by the interest shown by those with whom we met. We anticipate more talks in the weeks and months ahead as we explore the possibilities for keeping professional baseball in the Richmond area.

Our great game has a long history in the region and we are very interested in maintaining that into the future.

While our meetings were very preliminary in nature, this week was a good start for all of us. Further information will be made available when conditions dictate.

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